Dylan J. Johnson Tulsa OK.

    I was worried when I read the DOD notice, Dylan J. Johnson, Tulsa OK, Killed in Action. I had assisted and attended many KIA's but had never Been the Lead on one and I was nervous. The UG's would probably make an appearance, who would I use to block them?  Contact with the family was another concern.  I talked to Tommy, and he took Ride Captain for this one.  Poppy would be Assistant Ride Captain, and I would be listed as senior Ride Captain.  I contacted the Unit Dylan was from, and they gave me the name of the CAO for this service. I called the Sargent and he was with the family and I spoke with the Dad.  They were going to have Dylan Buried in Arlington National Cemetery. But they might have a local service later. I left my contact information and waited.
    When I got the call for Dylans local service, I contacted Tommy again and he and Poppy did all the leg work for this mission. We kept in contact by Internet and phone and discussed all the things to do..
Tommy and Poppy did a great job with the organization of everything.
   On July 6, Goatlick and I headed out to Tulsa and for once did not get lost LMAO, We arrived at the church to assist in staking flags, and getting ready for staging.   While at the church staking flags, Tommy and I went inside to talk to the folks in charge. I had a talk with the Tulsa Officer in charge of blocking the UG's and he assured me they would take care of the UG's. He took my contact information so that if out assistance was needed he could call me.  After this I headed to the staging area.  Tommy and Poppy were already there and also Members of both American Veterans MC, and Combat Veterans MA,  It was great to see that we also have riders and Ride Captains  from Central Oklahoma. I got to meet Phillip  "Cowboy" Wulz  and Jerry "Bluj" Cobb, and some other riders from Central.  After Briefing, Speedo from the AVMC lead a contingent of bikes and one cage to escort the Mother to the church, They made sure to bring her away from the corner that the UGs were going to be on.  While  waiting at the staging area, A gentleman drove up and gave us a case of cold water and some boxes of snacks, saying Thank You For What You Do. Also while briefing, the owner of a cigar store in the shopping center came over and passed out cigars to all who wanted one., Again as a Thank You!!!! 
   We headed for the church with the remaining bikes and a few cages  and established a Flag line at eh entrance.  It was a very hot day, and the RC's kept bringing water for the flag line folks.  They Family and Guest arrived, and as the service was starting we dismissed the flag line and stood by for the Respect line and Presenting the plaque later.  Many Riders, My self included, went ahead and headed home after the service started. I found out later that the UG's consisted of 4 protesters, and were well watched by Tulsa PD. Thank You Tulsa PD..